Kennerton ODIN, MAGISTER, VALI, Magni, Gjallarhorn, Rögnir, Thridi, Wodan, Thekk, and Thror Discussion.
Mar 8, 2022 at 7:15 AM Post #7,396 of 10,383
They have one in Headphone Bar in Vancouver. Not sure how much he is carrying though.
I checked and out of stock. I sent them a message. Thanks
 
Mar 8, 2022 at 4:46 PM Post #7,397 of 10,383
Hey does anybody here mind sharing the Rognir Dynamic frequency response graph with me? I could not find anything about it when I searched online, and only the Rognir (planar) graph showed up
 
Mar 8, 2022 at 5:11 PM Post #7,398 of 10,383
I had a chance to try the Rognir Dynamic at CanJam (the planar version was not there unfortunately). My initial impression was it reminded me of the GH50. I can't comment on the sound details because there was so much going on and it all got mixed up in my head at the event. But the earpads were a bit shallow for my taste. Maybe my ears stick out too much.
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 6:21 AM Post #7,399 of 10,383
Mar 9, 2022 at 9:48 AM Post #7,400 of 10,383
Random commentary on the GH50 JM Mk2 - I was watching Joshua Valour on YouTube for entertainment value and he mentioned one of his favorite headphone bass response testing tracks was Losing the Light by Explosions in the Sky. I took that as a sonic challenge for @John Massaria‘s work and let’s just say the results were an epic success.
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 12:37 PM Post #7,401 of 10,383
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Hey everybody, I just wanted to share w/ fellow Kennerton headphone owners - I’ve been buying and trying and customizing a ton of ear pads for a while - probably like a year testing all sorts of different materials and everything and this is what I came up with as my favorite so far…
I just bought a few of these for Kennerton owners -
contact me for info if you like - I am self editing post so to abide by rules of head-fi -
I'd like a pair of fuzzy 1266 pads please. Very comfy!
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 1:03 PM Post #7,402 of 10,383
Random commentary on the GH50 JM Mk2 - I was watching Joshua Valour on YouTube for entertainment value and he mentioned one of his favorite headphone bass response testing tracks was Losing the Light by Explosions in the Sky. I took that as a sonic challenge for @John Massaria‘s work and let’s just say the results were an epic success.
The bass is amazing on the MK2. Originally I thought it was a bit too much compared to the AH-D9200. But now I am addicted to it. I spend much more time with the GH50 now. I look forward to try the new earpads above.
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 1:13 PM Post #7,403 of 10,383
wait for your new pads this Friday kgbalien if you can!
- you will see (hear) lol share pics when u get em if you can and feedback!
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 6:30 PM Post #7,404 of 10,383
The Fuzzy pads have arrived!

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Too early for listening impressions, but I like what I'm hearing (and feeling!) so far with the custom-fuzzy.

Fit and Materials

Custom Fuzzy

They are super comfy and the headphones feel like warm earmuff now. That's not to say that your ears get "hot" while wearing them, i've been wearing them for about an hour now and my ears feel fairly neutral temperature. That being said if I had to choose a set of headphones to take out in a snow storm these would be at the top of my list. The pads have also relieved some of the clamping pressure I was experiencing with the ZMF Universe tapered pads thanks to the more pliable memory foam material. No issues with ears touching the drivers as well.

Custom Non-Tapered

The extra thickness of Johns pads is much are appreciated. It adds just enough that my ears no longer touch the drivers like the stock Rognir pads. In comparison to the fuzzy's, the non-tapered feel more open. I have a feeling these will increase the soundstage a bit. Skin feel is great with the spandex-like material on the surface. They are definitely cooler than either the stock leather or custom fuzzy pads. They share the same pliable memory foam as the custom fuzzy pads.

Build quality is excellent on both pairs. They were a litter harder to get on than my other sets, but i'm still getting the hang of changing pads on the Rognirs in general. As of now I don't think i'd change anything about the two pads aside of maybe offering a tapered version of the non-fuzzy pad. They're both very well executed.

Measurements & Comparison

Custom Fuzzy Pads:

Thickest part: 36.64mm
Thinnest part: 24.22mm

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Custom (Non Tapered): 27.76mm
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ZMF Universe Tapered (For comparison)
Thickest Part: 29mm
Thinnest Part: 25mm

Stock Non-Tapered (For Comparison): 22mm

Side-by-side (Custom Fuzzy vs ZMF Universe)
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Side-by-side (Custom Non-tapered vs Stock Rognir non-tapered)
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These will be staying on for at least the next 24 hours and probably much longer - Love them so far! Thanks @John Massaria
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Mar 9, 2022 at 7:09 PM Post #7,405 of 10,383
Just talked to headphonebar in Canada, and they will no longer carry Kennerton. No dealers in Canada left.
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 7:24 PM Post #7,407 of 10,383
The Fuzzy pads have arrived!

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Too early for listening impressions, but I like what I'm hearing (and feeling!) so far with the custom-fuzzy.

Fit and Materials

Custom Fuzzy

They are super comfy and the headphones feel like warm earmuff now. That's not to say that your ears get "hot" while wearing them, i've been wearing them for about an hour now and my ears feel fairly neutral temperature. That being said if I had to choose a set of headphones to take out in a snow storm these would be at the top of my list. The pads have also relieved some of the clamping pressure I was experiencing with the ZMF Universe tapered pads thanks to the more pliable memory foam material. No issues with ears touching the drivers as well.

Custom Non-Tapered

The extra thickness of Johns pads is much are appreciated. It adds just enough that my ears no longer touch the drivers like the stock Rognir pads. In comparison to the fuzzy's, the non-tapered feel more open. I have a feeling these will increase the soundstage a bit. Skin feel is great with the spandex-like material on the surface. They are definitely cooler than either the stock leather or custom fuzzy pads. They share the same pliable memory foam as the custom fuzzy pads.

Build quality is excellent on both pairs. They were a litter harder to get on than my other sets, but i'm still getting the hang of changing pads on the Rognirs in general. As of now I don't think i'd change anything about the two pads aside of maybe offering a tapered version of the non-fuzzy pad. They're both very well executed.

Measurements & Comparison

Custom Fuzzy Pads:

Thickest part: 36.64mm
Thinnest part: 24.22mm

20220309_171150-01.jpeg

20220309_171203-01.jpeg

Custom (Non Tapered): 27.76mm
20220309_171112-01.jpeg

ZMF Universe Tapered (For comparison)
Thickest Part: 29mm
Thinnest Part: 25mm

Stock Non-Tapered (For Comparison): 22mm

Side-by-side (Custom Fuzzy vs ZMF Universe)
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Side-by-side (Custom Non-tapered vs Stock Rognir non-tapered)
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These will be staying on for at least the next 24 hours and probably much longer - Love them so far! Thanks @John Massaria
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I havent taken mine off either they are quiet nice! All around they are my 99% go to pad BUT the other pad offers it's benfits - can hardly wait to hear impressions of sound vs the other pads... on the edge of my seat... thanks again!
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 10:11 PM Post #7,408 of 10,383
Circumstances have arisen which have resulted in my putting my Wodans up for sale in Classifieds if anyone here is interested.
 
Mar 9, 2022 at 11:11 PM Post #7,410 of 10,383
I’m selling my Karilian birch gh50 Jm mk2
Quick someone buy em before I change my mind - …. RETRACTED - I CANT PART WITH THEM!
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